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Pennsylvania · BLS SOC 29-2034

Radiologic Technologist salary in Pennsylvania

Median $74,500 · Top 10% earn $96,440+ · Roughly 9,956 workers in Pennsylvania. Source: BLS OEWS, May 2024.

Pennsylvania median
$74,500
$35.82/hr
Top 10%
$96,440
90th percentile
Bottom 10%
$48,720
Entry-level range
Real pay
$76,963
CoL-adjusted (RPP 96.8)

Pennsylvania pays close to the U.S. median for radiologic technologists — $74,500 versus the national median of $76,020. Real purchasing power tracks roughly the U.S. average. The state employs roughly 9,956 radiologic technologists.

What drives radiologic technologist pay in Pennsylvania

Pennsylvania rad tech pay benefits from UPMC and Penn Medicine concentration. Interventional radiology and MRI specialty roles command the largest premiums.

Pennsylvania ranks #23 of 50 states

Where Pennsylvania sits in the national distribution for radiologic technologist pay, and the closest comparable states above and below.

Rank State Median vs. Pennsylvania
#22 Virginia $75,260 +$760
#21 Maine $75,260 +$760
#20 Arizona $75,260 +$760
#23 Pennsylvania (this page) $74,500 —
#24 Utah $73,740 −$760
#25 Texas $72,980 −$1,520
#26 Wisconsin $72,980 −$1,520
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Education path for Pennsylvania

The typical path is a associate degree (most common); arrt certification required in most states, taking about 24 months. Tuition ranges from $6,000 (community college) to $40,000 (private accelerated). On the Pennsylvania median of $74,500, payback periods are typically 0.9 years or less from a starting income near minimum wage.

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Radiologic Technologist salary in Pennsylvania — FAQ

What is the average radiologic technologist salary in Pennsylvania?
The median radiologic technologist salary in Pennsylvania is $74,500 per year (BLS OEWS, May 2024). The bottom 10% earn around $48,720; the top 10% earn $96,440 or more. About 9,956 people work in this role across the state.
How does Pennsylvania radiologic technologist pay compare to the national average?
Pennsylvania's median of $74,500 is $1,520 below the U.S. national median of $76,020. After adjusting for Pennsylvania's cost of living (Regional Price Parity 96.8), the real-purchasing-power equivalent is $76,963.
Is radiologic technologist a good career in Pennsylvania?
On the data: Pennsylvania employs roughly 9,956 radiologic technologists, with a median wage of $74,500 and the top decile clearing $96,440. The role is projected to grow +6% nationally over the next decade. Whether it's "good" for you depends on whether the work suits you and whether you're positioned for the in-state metros that pay above the median.
What's the hourly rate for radiologic technologists in Pennsylvania?
At the Pennsylvania median of $74,500 annually, the equivalent hourly rate is approximately $35.82/hr. The top 10% earn around $46.37/hr, while entry-level roles typically pay $23.42/hr or slightly above.

Methodology note

Pennsylvania-level wage data sourced from BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2024 release (SOC 29-2034: Radiologic Technologists and Technicians), with state pay indexes from BLS area-comparison tables. Cost-of-living adjustments use BEA Regional Price Parities, 2023 release, where Pennsylvania's RPP is 96.8 (U.S. = 100). Last reviewed: May 2026.